Feel stuck in my own head

[Chewie38]

A year and a half of severe panic and anxiety has left me in a deep pit of depression. I am a little over two weeks into venlaflaxine, but I have yet to feel any relief. I feel trapped in my own mind...stuck in a realm of fear where I see and interact with those around me, but I can't enter into their lives. I fear I'll never get out of this. Please, can people who have felt like this and come out of it offer some words of encouragement? Thank you.

[Mariaxxx]

Hi I used to have panic attacks in my 20s lasted for 1-2 yrs.. thought it would never end but it did.. also have a friend with severe attacks / hospitalized...she is now fine too.. you will get better too.. it's all in our heads :( I know it's hard but don't lose hope you will get through this..

[Nik2502]

You will get better. I’ve been where you are and recovered. Yes I have the occasional relapses but I promise you it’ll pass and you’ll recover.

[Itsonlyme26]

You’re not alone. I always feel stuck in my head and can never escape. It’s like a dvd that’s constantly on repeat